Harvest Your Dandelions!

Step 2: About this Jelly

I was taught how to make this jelly by a family friend years ago and it is one of my favorites. It's flavor is remarkably similar to honey, if you've ever wanted to be a human honeybee this is about as close as you'll come. The color is a lovely gold, and I like to line mine up by the window for the sun to shine through. The best thing about it though is that it is unique, I don't think you'll find it at your neighborhood grocery store. It makes for great gifts and a perfect conversation starter. Here's what you'll need...

INGREDIENTS
8-10 cups of dandelion blossoms
5 cups of water
6 cups of sugar
4 Tbs lemon juice
Sterile jelly jars,lids, & bands (about 8-10 8oz jars)
2 packages of liquid pectin
scissors 
OPTIONAL: yellow food coloring